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Former director of Smithsonian National Zoological Park selected to lead Honolulu Zoo

Former director of Smithsonian National Zoological Park selected to lead Honolulu Zoo

John Berry, who started in his new role as Zoo Director on Tuesday, has held several senior leadership positions in the federal government and also brings experience in conservation, having previously served as the director of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and director of the Smithsonian National Zoological Park.

Stephanie SalmonsJune 10, 2026

Hawai‘i's love affair with Botswana — and why it ended

Hawai‘i's love affair with Botswana — and why it ended

For most Mainland United States locations, the antipode — the place on the directly opposite side of the globe — falls right in the middle of an ocean. For Hawai‘i, the antipode is in Africa. That realization was the beginning of a 1960s relationship between Hawai‘i and Botswana as that nation gained independence. Hawai‘i Governor John A. Burns was America's official representative at the independence ceremonies.

Perry ArrasmithJune 10, 2026

The Corndog Company of Hawaiʻi offers savory, hand-dipped treats

The Corndog Company of Hawaiʻi offers savory, hand-dipped treats

The Kahuku-based business now pops up at events across Oʻahu. It’s most known for its Epic dog — a one-fourth pound all-beef corndog — that’s coated in sweet and savory, golden-brown batter. The business will be popping up at the Haleʻiwa Arts Festival on June 13 and 14.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 10, 2026

Community Voices: When Congestion Rules All

Community Voices: When Congestion Rules All

Honolulu DTS director of transit Jon Nouchi is set to lead a public discussion about human transit on June 27 at AIA Hawaiʻi's book club, which this quarter aims to examine how public transit influences connectivity, community planning and the future of Honolulu’s urban spaces. Nouchi gives ASD readers a taste of the upcoming conversation.

Jon NouchiJune 09, 2026

Gov. Green announces new DLNR leadership

Gov. Green announces new DLNR leadership

Dawn Chang will retire as chairperson and director of the state Department of Land and Natural Resources next month. Gov. Josh Green has announced her replacement.

Katie HellandJune 09, 2026

Community Voices: Navigating the 'NIL'e

Community Voices: Navigating the 'NIL'e

University of Hawaiʻi's Athletic Director Matt Elliott is determined to find a way to get millions in resources for college athletes to be compensated for their name, image and likeness (referred to as NIL). Although the Legislature tried to sink NIL funding, UH’s ship stubbornly refuses to go down, per the Tax Foundation of Hawaiʻi.

Tom YamachikaJune 09, 2026

FEMA fraud co-conspirator sentenced to two years in prison

FEMA fraud co-conspirator sentenced to two years in prison

Daylyn Harris, who pled guilty for stealing disaster relief monies related to the Lahaina and Pacific Palisades wildfires, will face two years in prison, followed by three years of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay back more than $60,000 to FEMA.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 09, 2026

The sword that spares

The sword that spares

ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa shares gratitude for the police we send toward the danger the rest of us flee, especially in light of the manhunts for Jacob Baker and William “Billy” Sinclair.

Sterling HigaJune 09, 2026

Hawaiʻi 4-H livestock events teach youth real-life skills

Hawaiʻi 4-H livestock events teach youth real-life skills

Local youth from across the state have started showcasing their business and leadership skills after months of caring for steers and heifers, goats, pigs, poultry, and more, while learning how to sell them to buyers. Representatives for The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience share with Aloha State Daily more about how Hawaiʻi 4-H livestock programs are preparing students for work, as well as what to expect at the free community events this summer.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 08, 2026

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